Hardware Test Engineer – Server Systems & Validation

SDI International; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SDI International in North Carolina is seeking a Test Engineer to conduct comprehensive hardware testing and validation. You will develop and execute test plans, identify defects, and collaborate with engineering to ensure product quality.

The role requires BS in CS/EE and at least 3 years of server hardware testing experience, with familiarity in BIOS/UEFI, BMC validation, and Tier 1 OSes. Strong scripting in Python/Bash and hands-on hardware setup are expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in testing server hardware.
• Familiar with x86 Intel server architecture and/or GPU Nvidia Arm based technology.
• Familiarity with server components like CPU, memory, BIOS/UEFI, BMC, PSU, motherboard.
• Deep understanding of BIOS/UEFI and BMC validation, including Redfish, PLDM, IPMI.
• Proficiency with Tier 1 server OSes such as Windows Server, RHEL/SUSE, VMware.
• Hands on experience with Python and Bash scripting.
• Experience working in fast-paced manufacturing or production environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive testing and validation of hardware components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to company standards.
• Identify, document, and track defects, and work with engineering teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in design and specification reviews.
• Analyze test results and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.
• Able to setup test infrastructure or hardware like Core servers, switches, rack cabling.
• Troubleshooting any test related issues using python, shell or bash command line.
• Experience working in fast-paced manufacturing or production environments.
• Basic skills in IP, routing, MAC address handling, and port troubleshooting.
• Ability to configure PXE, DHCP, and other server services.

Skills

Python scripting

Shell/Bash

Team collaboration

Problem solving

English communication

Education

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

RHEL/SUSE

IPMI

Job description

SDI International in North Carolina is seeking a Test Engineer to conduct comprehensive hardware testing and validation. You will develop and execute test plans, identify defects, and collaborate with engineering to ensure product quality.

The role requires BS in CS/EE and at least 3 years of server hardware testing experience, with familiarity in BIOS/UEFI, BMC validation, and Tier 1 OSes. Strong scripting in Python/Bash and hands-on hardware setup are expected.